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- 15 October 2026
Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa announced its top-performing Agents and Dealers for 2025, recognising their exceptional dedication, customer service and commitment to the brand.
Best Overall Agent of the Year went to Mercurius Motors Polokwane, while Garden City Commercials Bloemfontein scooped up the title as Best Overall Dealer of the Year. The title as Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Dealer of the Year was awarded to Sandown Commercial Vehicles Centurion.
“Our network is the backbone of our success, and the 2025 results showcase the remarkable talent and passion within our teams. These awards are a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence, ensuring our customers not only drive world-class vans but also experience leading customer service,” says Sanvir George (Dealer Network Manager of Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa).


The three Chairman’s Awards were presented, recognising exceptional performance across the Mercedes-Benz Vans network. These awards celebrate partners who set the benchmark for excellence by combining consistently strong customer experience with outstanding commercial results, while upholding the values, standards and brand representation expected of Mercedes-Benz.
"We believe our customers deserve nothing less than the best, and our top-performing Agents and Dealers embody this philosophy every single day. Their hard work and dedication ensure that when you choose a Mercedes-Benz van, you're not just getting a vehicle, you're gaining a trusted partner," says Natasha Jardim (Managing Executive of Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa).
Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the award winners and nominees. Their achievements reinforce the Mercedes-Benz commitment to deliver an unmatched ownership experience.


Commercial Van Network Awards:
Best Sales Performance |
Garden City Commercials Bloemfontein |
Best Parts Sales Performance |
Garden City Commercials Bloemfontein |
Best Workshop Performance |
Sandown Commercial Vehicles Centurion |
Best CRM Performance |
Motus Daimler Trucks Polokwane |
Large Volume Dealer |
Motus Daimler Trucks Airport |
Medium Volume Dealer |
Motus Daimler Trucks Polokwane |
Small Volume Dealer |
Mercedes-Benz Malmesbury |
Passenger Van Network Awards:
Best Sales Performance |
Mercurius Motors Polokwane |
Best Parts Sales Performance |
Mercedes-Benz Gauteng West Brand Centre |
Best Workshop Performance |
Mercedes-Benz Menlyn |
Best CRM Performance |
Garden City Motors Pietermaritzburg |
Large Volume Agent |
Mercedes-Benz Gauteng North Brand Centre |
Medium Volume Agent |
Mercurius Motors Polokwane |
Small Volume Agent |
McCarthy Inyanga Empangeni |
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